Put simply ‘ergonomics looks at people at work and applies ergonomics principles to ensure that the work tasks are suitable for the abilities of the worker. The worker is then more productive and the risk of injury is reduced, particularly the risk of developing musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs).
Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) are general aches, pains and injuries in the soft tissues and joints. They occur most frequently in the neck, lower back and upper limbs.
These musculoskeletal disorders account for a significant proportion of worker absenteeism. Carrying out ergonomic workplace and workstation assessments will help to identify work activities which increase the risk of workers developing musculoskeletal disorders. Early identification of such activities can allow early intervention to reduce the risk of injury. Such intervention may include changes to the workstation, to work equipment, to work postures or to the system of work.
OPS can assist with such assessments and implementation of controls which will have significant benefit for employers and for employees with improved productivity and reduced worker absenteeism.
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